10 Days in New Zealand: The Best Organized Tours

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Looking for the perfect 10-day getaway to New Zealand with a fantastic guided tour? We've carefully analyzed all of the possible organized tours, holiday packages, and guided itineraries to New Zealand based on price, comfort, service, guest ratings, cuisine, and activities in order to find the best 10-day tour options available. Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway or an action-packed expedition, these guided tours offer the perfect length to indulge in the best of both worlds. From captivating excursions to tantalizing cuisine, get ready to experience the ultimate 10-day escape to New Zealand that will leave you with unforgettable memories and a renewed sense of wanderlust. So, check out our curated list of tours below to get started!


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The Best 10-Day Tours through New Zealand

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

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Organized by Intrepid Premium 10 Days Christchurch to Queenstown 8 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $621

This tour visits Christchurch, Greymouth, Punakaiki, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Milford Sound, and Queenstown.

  • Sightseeing
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Premium
Intrepid Premium is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience.



$6,210
on TourRadar

Organized by Thrifty Tours 10 Days Start/End in Christchurch 6 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in New Zealand.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Independence: immerse yourself in the culture with self guided travel.

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 1 to 100
Maximum Group Size: 50
Price per Day: $272

This tour visits Christchurch, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, and Greymouth.

  • Coach / Bus
  • Family
  • Self-Guided

By Thrifty Tours
Focusing on New Zealand, Thrifty Tours is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$2,723
on TourRadar

Organized by AAT Kings 10 Days Start/End in Christchurch 10 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 50
Price per Day: $473

This tour visits Christchurch, Twizel, Dunedin, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Hokitika, and Punakaiki.

  • Coach / Bus
  • Wildlife
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By AAT Kings
AAT Kings is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Australia and New Zealand. The tours offered by AAT Kings are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$4,725
on TourRadar

Organized by Topdeck 10 Days Auckland to Wellington 9 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in New Zealand.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 18 to 39
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $205

This tour visits Auckland, Whangarei, Paihia, Bay of Islands, Waitomo, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, and Wellington.

  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Topdeck
Topdeck is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$2,049
on TourRadar

Organized by Adventure Junkies 10 Days Christchurch to Queenstown 11 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 16 to 65
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $343

This tour visits Christchurch, Methven, Geraldine, Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, Twizel, Omarama, Wanaka, Queenstown, Milford Sound, and Te Anau.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Fully Guided

By Adventure Junkies
Adventure Junkies is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on New Zealand. While the cost of their tours may be on the higher side, the smaller groups ensure a more personalized journey for travelers. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$3,430
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Premium 10 Days Christchurch to Queenstown 11 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Hiking Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $741

This tour visits Christchurch, Greymouth, Punakaiki, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Makarora, Wanaka, Milford Sound, Te Anau, Queenstown, and Arrowtown.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Historical
  • Partially Guided

By Intrepid Premium
Intrepid Premium is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience.



$7,410
on TourRadar

Organized by Bucket List Group Travel LLC 10 Days Auckland to Christchurch 6 Destinations

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Nature Lovers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 8 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 30
Price per Day: $429

This tour visits Auckland, Rotorua, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Franz Josef, and Christchurch.

  • Historical
  • Polar Hiking
  • Fully Guided

By Bucket List Group Travel LLC
Bucket List Group Travel LLC is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. The tours offered by Bucket List Group Travel LLC are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.



$4,290
on TourRadar

Organized by Adventure Junkies 10 Days Queenstown to Picton 13 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 16 to 65
Maximum Group Size: 10
Price per Day: $343

This tour visits Queenstown, Glenorchy, Wanaka, Haast, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Greymouth, Westport, Murchison, Motueka, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson, and Picton.

  • Fully Guided

By Adventure Junkies
Adventure Junkies is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on New Zealand. While the cost of their tours may be on the higher side, the smaller groups ensure a more personalized journey for travelers. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.



$3,430
on TourRadar

Organized by Backyard Roadies 10 Days Auckland to Wellington 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in New Zealand.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.

starstarstarstarstar 5.0 rating

Age Range: 18 to 39
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $166

This tour visits Auckland, Coromandel, Matamata, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Taihape, and Wellington.

  • Fully Guided

By Backyard Roadies
Focusing on New Zealand, Backyard Roadies is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Traveling with Backyard Roadies provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$1,664
on TourRadar

Organized by Backyard Roadies 10 Days Start/End in Christchurch 14 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in New Zealand.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 18 to 39
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $172

This tour visits Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook, Wanaka, Arrowtown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Lake Hawea, Haast, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Punakaiki, and Castle Hill Peak.

  • Fully Guided

By Backyard Roadies
Focusing on New Zealand, Backyard Roadies is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Traveling with Backyard Roadies provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$1,718
on TourRadar

Why does New Zealand appeal to visitors?

New Zealand appeals to travelers with its rich history, vibrant cities, scenic landscapes, and exciting culture. Auckland, Rotorua, and Napier offer plenty of amazing museums and sights to explore. Fiordland National Park is known for its world renowned hiking trails and stunning natural environments. Fiordland National Park, Queenstown, and Nelson are world-renowned for hiking, with gorgeous trails and stunning natural landscapes. Queenstown, Paihia, and Auckland are foodie destinations with fantastic cuisine and world-class restaurants. Paihia, Nelson, and Napier are popular with beach lovers. Tours to the region offer an amazing opportunity to dive into the best sights in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing memories.

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How much do 10-day tours to New Zealand cost?

The average daily price of 10-Day Tours in New Zealand is $376 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of 10-Day Tours in New Zealand here.


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$376
Average Price Per Day
10
Tours Analyzed
4.9
Average Rating
7
Tour Companies
22
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer 10-Day Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer tours lasting 10 days in New Zealand. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Intrepid Premium

Intrepid Premium logo Intrepid Premium is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Italy, Argentina, Croatia, and Chile. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience. The tours offered by Intrepid Premium are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.

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Adventure Junkies

Adventure Junkies is a smaller tour company that focuses on New Zealand. While the cost of their tours may be on the higher side, the smaller groups ensure a more personalized journey for travelers. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.

See All Tours from Adventure Junkies

Backyard Roadies

Focusing on New Zealand, Backyard Roadies is a smaller tour company which provides a personalized level of service to customers. Traveling with Backyard Roadies provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 12 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

See All Tours from Backyard Roadies

Thrifty Tours

Focusing on New Zealand, Thrifty Tours is a smaller tour company which provides a personalized level of service to customers. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.

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10-Day Destinations in New Zealand

Wondering where 10-day tours visit in New Zealand? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Queenstown

Queenstown is located on the banks of Lake Wakatipu near the Southern Alps in New Zealand. It is a high adventure destination with many activities for thrill seekers. There are also vineyards in the area, bungee jumping, and world class hikes. Whether you want to enjoy skiing in the winter or boating in the summer, there is no shortage of activities here.

Queenstown is located on the banks of Lake Wakatipu near the Southern Alps in New Zealand. It is a high adventure destination with many activities for thrill seekers. There are also vineyards in the area, bungee jumping, and world class hikes. Whether you want to enjoy skiing in the winter or boating in the summer, there is no shortage of activities here.

Christchurch

Christchurch is the largest city on New Zealand's South Island. It's a nice city with amazing hikes and biking trails. There are beautiful outdoor spaces, parks, and gardens. Many visitors enjoy the city's rich English heritage, and punting along the Avon River is a favorite activity.

Christchurch is the largest city on New Zealand's South Island. It's a nice city with amazing hikes and biking trails. There are beautiful outdoor spaces, parks, and gardens. Many visitors enjoy the city's rich English heritage, and punting along the Avon River is a favorite activity.

Milford Sound

Milford Sound is a fiord and natural area that is filled with stunning scenery and majestic mountains. There are rainforests, waterfalls, and the world renowned Milford Track. There are also lakes and beautiful boat trips, as well as world famous hikes.

Milford Sound is a fiord and natural area that is filled with stunning scenery and majestic mountains. There are rainforests, waterfalls, and the world renowned Milford Track. There are also lakes and beautiful boat trips, as well as world famous hikes.

Te Anau

Te Anau sits on the edge of Fiordland National Park and serves as a basecamp for the park and surrounding natural areas. Visitors love the small town charm and stunning beauty that the are offers. Nearby you'll find caves, waterfalls, beech forests, and glacial valleys.

Te Anau sits on the edge of Fiordland National Park and serves as a basecamp for the park and surrounding natural areas. Visitors love the small town charm and stunning beauty that the are offers. Nearby you'll find caves, waterfalls, beech forests, and glacial valleys.

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Other popular destinations for 10-day tours through New Zealand include Franz Josef, Wanaka, Hokitika, Greymouth, and Haast.


Which is cheaper?

Can you save money by traveling independently instead of joining guided tours lasting 10 days? It's not a simple yes or no. Tours usually include key expenses such as lodging, transportation, meals, entry fees, guides, and activities, which you'd need to manage and pay for individually on your own trip. To figure out the difference, compare the total tour price with the cost of making your own arrangements. Depending on your choices—like opting for budget hotels or premium dining—the cost of a tour might be higher or lower. Be sure to examine the tour inclusions carefully when comparing.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best 3-Day Tours from Auckland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Christchurch, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Queenstown, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Wellington, The Best 10-Day Tours from Christchurch, The Best 10-Day Tours from Auckland, The Best 2-Week Tours from Auckland, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Christchurch for more package tour options.

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